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are artificial sweeteners (namely splenda) allowed on fast days?
Just curious.
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trouble meeting protein goal....ugh
So my daily goal is 180g of protein (I'm 189lbs). I lift heavy 4 days a week (SL 5x5 plus accessory lifts). Yesterday I only got to 132, even with 3 scoops of designer whey protein powder (mixed in whole milk). That's the only brand I have tried so far that I can stand the taste of (and I have to add stevia to it to drink…
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Am I the only one who thinks greek yogurt is GROSS?!
Its too thick, and leaves my mouth feeling all coated and nasty. I love reg yogurt (and home made raw milk yogurt is AMAZING!), but greek yogurt is just gross. I cant be the only one?
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Amazing blueberry lemon mini muffins, only 36 calories each!
You HAVE to try these amazing blueberry lemon mini muffins. Only 36 calories each and amazing! 1cup vanilla soy milk 2tbsp melted butter 1 lg egg .5tsp fresh lemon zest .5 tsp almond extract .75tsp salt .5cup sugar .25c splenda 1.5tsp baking powder 1 and 2/3 cup all purpose flour 1 bag frozen blueberries (10oz), defrosted…
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Favorite prenatal yoga dvd?
I need a new prenatal yoga dvd, but would like some reccomendations before buying one. Anyone have one they love?
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Quick or make ahead breakfasts for kids? No leftovers
I have 5 kids (3 bio and 2 of my sisters living with me for the forseable future). The oldest will be 6 in a few weeks. Cooking in the am before school is NOT an option, lol! They wont (usually) eat leftovers. My kids are used to eating (mainly) primal. My sisters kids are not. They are used to things like cereal, granola…
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Is lifting 1x a week enough to mantain LBM?
I am beginning to train for a half marathon. I dont want to lose any LBM I have, but I need to focus on running. I will also be in a defecit. I would like to reduce my lifting to 1x a week, but is that enough?
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transitioning from treadmill running to pavement?
How hard is it to transition from running on a treadmill to running outside? Im being a weenie, I know. Any tips or suggestions?
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Suggested serving sizes suck!
I just weighed a single, 35 calorie serving of texas toast brand croutons. It was 4 croutons! I wish food manufacturers would put a realistic serving size, along with a higher calorie count! I knew it wouldnt be a large serving for 35 calories, but to suggest a 4 crouton serving is nuts. Tell me a serving is 12 croutons…
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cooking healthy for an extremely picky eater
My husband is a VERY picky eater, and im having trouble coming up with healthy dinners that the whole family will enjoy. Luckily my kids eat like I do......we arent even remotely picky! He prefers red meat, but doesnt really like the texture of ground beef (so meatloaf, meatballs, etc... are out). He will eat burgers…
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Favorite fitness podcast?
What's your favorite fitness podcast?
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Pushing a triple stroller? Walking and jogging
I cant seem to find info on anything more than a single stroller. I push my almost 6year old, 4 year old and 2year old who have a combined weight of 105lbs, not including the stroller weight. When I jog with them, im not going fast, about a 12min mile. Walking is a brisk pace, not a stroll. Any idea where I can find that…
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how much protein do I need when lifting?
I read in a strong lifts article (link below) that when training hard you should aim for 1g per POUND of body weight in protein each day. That would be 189 grams for me. I never come anywhere near that. Today I am at 90g and I had 2 eggs for breakfast, a burger with cheese for lunch and 6oz steak for dinner! Yesterday I…
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want to guess how much I weigh?
I'm just curious how others see me, lol! Im 5'5" and a month she of 30 (gulp!).
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I hate going to the gym at night.
It seems like all the inconsiderate dumb a@@holes come out at night. Tonight this guy decided that he needed to have a phone conversation between each of his sets...he was using 1 of 3 flat benches available. He was approached several times (myself and 3 other people), to ask if he could give up the bench he was sitting…
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deadlift form help!
A friend of mine just starting lifting with me. Today I had her do her very first dead lift (we started with just the bar since she is 32 and has never in her life lifted weights or played any sports...she's basically been a couch potato her whole life.) She started out great with her form...butt down, back neutral, feet…
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I cant get remotivated.
I went 18 months eating 95% paleo. I had the occasional cheat, but not often (and not every day). Then due to some crappy life stuff, I fell off the wagon. I cant seem to get back into it! Im not eating a traditional SAD diet...im about 70% paleo. But each and every day for the last 6 months or so, one meal is non paleo.…
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shoulder help, please!
I have always had funky shoulders (ridiculously large ROM and very easily dislocated). For example if I extend my arms straight and clasp my hands above my head I can turn my shoulders so that my elbows nearly touch each other behind my head. Its never been a painfull problem but I am having issues lifting. When I do…
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female phase training?
I just heard about this last week....here is a. Link. http://www.metaboliceffect.com/15-facts-about-weight-loss-and-the-menstrual-cyle/ Basically, it states that due to increased estrogen women should do more long duration cardio and strength training in the first half of their cycle because their increased estrogen levels…
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minor playground victory
For the first time in my life I was able to make to across the monkey bars today when I took my kids to the playground! Its a minor victory, but a definite measure of progress!
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non chalky protein powder?
Are there any out there? I have tried a lot of different brands\flavors but they are all chalky! I can't stand the texture but would like the convenience occasionally.
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arm\shoulder pain?
I have had a very mild, dull pain in the outer part of my arm, right below the shoulder (right where the cut line is between shoulder and bicep) for about 2 weeks. It doesn't hurt all the time, just with certain movements (military press mainly) and my ROM is decreased (but not significantly). Anyone have any idea what I…
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whats your fav your tube video for lifting form?
I know there are 100's out there...what's your fav lifting you tube video to watch? I like to watch them occasionally to check on my form, and learn some new lifts!
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accurate online body fat calculators?
Are there any that are accurate? I know its not the best option, but I would like an estimate without having to go get it measured or buy a new scale. I have tried 3 different online body fat calculators and got 27.9, 28.6 and 48.3!
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High Raw and weightlifting
Recently my natural eating habits have been gravitating towards a high raw (non vegan) diet....I have been primal for about 2 years now and it seems like a natural transition. I also started lifting weighta about a month ago (and not the barbie ones, lol!). I'm wondering if I'm geting enough protein to build muscle. I lift…
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favorite quick paleo/primal lunch besides leftovers?
Whats your fave quick paleo/primal meal besides leftovers!
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80\20 rule
Do you measure this by day, week, month? Just curious if you would consider a day where you ate 3 truely paleo meals, but had 2 tortilla chips OK, or do you just consider the 20% having a full non paleo meal occassionally (like a plate of pasta with garlic bread or something really not paleo). I aim for full paleo days…
